Tarkett Commercial Launches New Linoleum Colors
Houston, TX, April 21--Tarkett Commercial announced today the complete redesign of its Linoleum line. With input from designers throughout the U.S., the new line now includes four distinct collections.
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Invista Launches Antron with StainResist
Atlanta, GA, April 20--Invista, the manufacturer of Antron carpet fiber, today announced the launch of its new patented technology, Antron with StainResist.
Asbestos Bill to be Introduced This Week
Washington, DC, April 20--Sen. Arlen Specter said he would introduce legislation for a $140 billion U.S. asbestos compensation fund on Tuesday, despite objection to some aspects of the plan by fellow Republicans on the Senate Judiciary Committee.
Sturrus Named New President at Pergo AB
Trelleborg, Sweden, April 19--The board of directors of Pergo AB has appointed Tony Sturrus as new CEO and president of the company.
Housing Starts Drop 17.6% in March
Washington, DC, April 19--Housing starts were off by 17.6 percent in March, according to a report from the Commerce Department.
Pergo AB Posts Q1 Operating Profit of $3.2M
Trelleborg, Sweden, April 18--Pergo AB reported first quarter report operating profit of SEK23m ($3.2 million), as compared to a loss of SEK233m ($32.9 million) in the first quarter of 2004.
Mannington’s Laminate Plant Completes ISO Audit
Salem, NJ, April 18--Mannington Mills announced today that their Laminate Flooring Operation has completed its annual ISO 9001:2000 surveillance audit with zero discrepancies.
Tarkett AG Reports 2004 Financials
Frankenthal, Germany, April 15--For the business year 2004, Tarkett AG recorded a turnover of 1,436.8 million Euro ($1.84B) compared to 1,394.3 million Euro ($1,79B) in the previous year.
Pergo CEO Bernhoff Resigns
Trelleborg, Sweden, April 15—-Pergo AB announced today that Göran Bernhoff resigned from his position as president and CEO.
Round Rugs Added to Kathy Ireland First Lady Colle
Dalton, GA, April 14--Kathy Ireland Home is adding round rugs to its award-winning First Lady collection by Shaw Living.